As a new queen is set to be crowned Miss Universe 2023 on Sunday, Nov. 19 (Philippine time), online pageant site Missosology has revealed their final picks for the finals—and it includes the Philippines’ very own Michelle Dee. The 72nd edition of the prestigious pageant concluded its preliminary swimsuit, evening gown, and national costume segments earlier this week, taking the 84 delegates…
A captivating tribute to her legendary mother, Melanie Marquez, who was Miss International 1979, Michelle Dee was presented with an evening gown created by Mark Bumgarner, a Filipino fashion designer, during the Miss Universe Preliminary Evening Gown Competition. The evening gown was not just a dress, but a conscious attempt to pay homage to a…
As the fight of our country’s Michelle Dee for the Miss Universe pageant is approaching, her mother, Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez, once again expressed her all-out support. Recently, the VIVA FILIPINAS interviewed the veteran beauty queen where she recalled the preparation for the pageant she once participated in in Tokyo. “I studied Japanese so…
The death toll continues to rise as the war between Israel and the militant group Hamas continues. Based on the latest data released by the Hamas health ministry, 4,137 individuals in the Gaza strip have been left dead by the said chaos. From that number, it is said that 16 were killed in the compound…
The Philippines extends its deepest condolences to those who lost their family members and loved ones in the attacks carried out by Hamas militants this Saturday in the country of Israel. The Philippines also condemned the attacks, especially against communities and civilians. In the message of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., he said that the Philippines…
The South Korean government announced that it is studying to hire more Filipino caregivers. According to South Korean Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Sang-Hwa, it met with the DMW and DFA because it is interested in sending more Filipino caregivers to Korea. He said, Filipino caregivers have a high reputation around the world and there…
Gilas Pilipinas has entered the finals of the 19th Asian Games after defeating China 77-76. Gilas starred in the win with 33 points while Scottie Thompson had 13 points. From the beginning, Gilas did not get ahead until Brownlee scored consecutive three points in the last 10 seconds which silenced the audience of the Hangzhou…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is still calling for support and more weapons as he heads to the White House. Before facing US President Joe Biden, Zelensky first went to the US Capitol and talked to some US lawmakers. Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the US has received over $114 billion in security…
The local government of Muntinlupa has finalized the implementation of the liqour ban in selected areas in the city, in conjunction with the 2023 Bar Examination. According to Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon, the LGU will implement the liquor ban within a 500 meter radius of San Beda College Alabang which will serve as the…
The Department of Transportation announced that it aims to install 400 kilometers of Bike Lanes nationwide this year. According to Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista, there are many benefits of cycling to the environment as well as to human health. The secretary made the statement after the groundbreaking ceremony of the expansion of bike lanes in…